Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce
Tender cannellini beans simmer gently in a garlicky tomato sauce infused with fresh sage, delivering a mellow, herb-forward bite and silky texture. Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce make a comforting side for roasted meats or grilled vegetables, and they’re equally satisfying spooned over crusty bread for a rustic meal.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the beans in a large pot. Cover them with water and stir in the baking soda. Soak at room temperature for 8 to 12 hours.
- 2
Drain and rinse the beans, then return them to the pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer until the beans are tender yet slightly firm, about 25 minutes. Drain the beans, saving the cooking water. Set the beans and the cooking water aside.
- 3
Warm the olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and sage in the hot oil until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the beans; cook and stir until they take on the aroma of the garlic and sage.
- 4
Pour in the tomato sauce; bring it to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are soft but not mushy, 10 to 15 minutes. Add some of the reserved cooking water if needed to keep the sauce from burning. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
- Calories 97.2 kcal Low Source
- Protein 3.75 g Low Source
- Carbs 10.56 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.73 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.7 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.48 mg Low Source
- Sodium 281.85 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.5 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.95 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 32.12 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.25 mg Low Source
- Potassium 315.5 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 40.15 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.51 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce is an Italian side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baking Soda, Cannellini Beans, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Dill. Each serving provides about 97.2 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce?
- It is an Italian sauce recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Baking Soda, Cannellini Beans, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Dill, Peeled Garlic. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce?
- About 50 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 97.2 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tuscan White Beans in Tomato Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
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